Cheap Car Rentals in Washington, D.C.
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Washington, D.C.?
January
RM 189
February
RM 193
March
RM 263
April
RM 290
May
RM 299
June
RM 320
July
RM 325
August
RM 307
September
RM 246
October
RM 307
November
RM 290
December
RM 299
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Washington, D.C. is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
There are currently 51 hire locations operating in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia spread across 15 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Washington, D.C. is Medium at RM 57 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Compare available car types for hire in Washington, D.C.
Small cars | RM 166 - RM 506 | |
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All Car Types | RM 219 - RM 518 |
To hire a Small car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 245/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a Small car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~RM 166/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~RM 506/day). In fact, August is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a Small car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a Medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 277/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a Medium car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~RM 237/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~RM 864/day). In fact, March is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a Medium car saves you 8% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Washington, D.C. Medium hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a Large car in Washington, D.C., the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 216/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a Large car in Washington, D.C., the United States (~RM 232/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~RM 582/day). In fact, December is about 0% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large hire for Washington, D.C.. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Washington, D.C., hiring a Large car saves you 28% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
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Car Rental FAQs
Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Washington, D.C.?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.7 rating), Alamo (8.0 rating) and Enterprise (7.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Washington, D.C..
What are gas prices like in Washington, D.C.?
The average price of petrol in Washington, D.C. is RM 4.40/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 198 and RM 286 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Washington, D.C. for a week from Dollar?
From Dollar you can hire a car in Washington, D.C. from about RM 2,019 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Washington, D.C. for the best price?
Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 17% on a hire car in Washington, D.C.. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 13 days prior to your desired date.
Can I rent a car for a month in Washington, D.C.?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Washington, D.C. for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Washington, D.C. for a weekend?
RM 0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Washington, D.C.. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in January, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as RM 0 per day.
What car do most people hire in Washington, D.C.?
The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Volkswagen Jetta) in Washington, D.C., making it the most popular option.